As Director of Operations, B Mitchell is committed to fostering community development and driving operational excellence through collaborative leadership and innovative program initiatives.

As Director of Programs, Natori is dedicated to developing and implementing innovative community initiatives that enhance quality of life and foster engagement among residents.

Jonah primarily provides talk therapy services for individuals and couples. He also supports our social work interns with group supervision and through educational presentations about particular therapy concepts. He has been integral in getting the bi-monthly Repair Cafe program up and running! Jonah's role at BIA is expanding as he takes over running our Continuing Education Units program for mental health professionals and expands our internal professional development services.

Jonah received his MSW from SUNO in 2018, and is Advanced Trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy and Level 1 Trained in Internal Family Systems. Jonah is a big fan of the lo-mein plate at Cajun Seafood! He is fascinated by all ways of trying to live more intentionally, odd but intuitive ways of moving our bodies, and the limits of human vulnerability. He loves plants and our human relationships with them and loves building with alternative materials.

As Bilingual Food Pantry Coordinator, Victoria facilitates effective communication and service delivery for diverse community members, ensuring access to vital resources and support through the Broadmoor Improvement Association’s food pantry. 

Laura Decuir is a Louisiana native who has lived in New Orleans for the last decade. She graduated from Tulane University with a BFA in Music in 2014 and MA in English in 2015, and a graduate of the Tulane Masters of Social Work program. She has worked for several years in fundraising development for higher education at Tulane. In her role at the BIA, Laura focuses on case management and clinical work. Laura is passionate about mental health, music and arts, improv comedy, and funny cat videos.

Jamie graduated with her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Antioch University in August 2024. She also earned a Trauma Certificate and is a National Certified Counselor. Jamie has been with the BIA since August 2023, initially as an intern. She also volunteers with The Trevor Project, supporting LGBTQIA2S+ youth in crisis. At the BIA, Jamie counsels individual adults and couples, with a passion for affirming neurodivergent folx and those who identify as LGBTQIA2S+. She takes pride in her diverse interests and, fun fact, before pursuing her passion for counseling, she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering. Jamie enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with animals.

Eva Moran, Assistant Director of the Cowen Institute Annual Fund and intern at the Broadmoor Improvement Association, brings her passion for community development and education to support Broadmoor’s mission of empowering residents through social services and wellness programs.

Cheryl L. Harris, an MSW student at LSU School of Social Work, is a Social Work Intern at the Broadmoor Improvement Association (BIA), connecting community members with free resources in food access, medical and mental health care, education, elderly and special needs services, and youth recreation.

Sydnie White is an MSW student at Millie M. Charles School of Social Work at Southern University of New Orleans, dedicated to providing support and resources through her internship with the Broadmoor Improvement Association (BIA).

As a virtual intern at the Broadmoor Improvement Association, Jasdeep contributes to various projects and initiatives remotely, gaining valuable experience in community engagement and program development.